1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 874 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Valiant | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Plymouth | Steyr |
Model | Valiant | 650T |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 5562 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |